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Weslaco approves UV modules, sludge pump purchase and seeks TWDB planning funds for South wastewater plant
Summary
The commission authorized a sole‑source purchase of UV modules (≤ $306,000), approved a sludge pump purchase (≤ $300,750), authorized solicitation of installation bids, and voted to apply to the Texas Water Development Board for up to $3.5 million in planning and design funding for the South wastewater treatment plant expansion.
Weslaco commissioners on Dec. 17 moved forward on a series of measures aimed at keeping the South wastewater treatment plant compliant and shovel‑ready for a larger rehabilitation effort.
The commission approved a sole‑source purchase of four ultraviolet (UV) disinfection modules from the plant's original vendor (Veolia/AquaRay) for a not‑to‑exceed cost of $306,000. Staff said the modules are compatible with the existing channel design and will help meet discharge and permitting…
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